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There are 11 questions in the exam on this topic.

NOTE: Any prefix from pico to giga may be used (in multiples of 10³) in any question or calculation.

The symbol indicates the parts of the syllabus where maths calculations are involved.

Please do not be put off by this. The coursework will help you understand the maths needed for the exam, and could help you pick up some relatively easy marks!

Where formulae appear on the paperwork given out in the exam, this logo will be used.

Example of the exam formula sheet Click here to see the sheet

Syllabus sections

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Revision: Prefixes from pico to giga

Topic	Syllabus sections
Fundamental Theory	2A1
Power	2B1
Reactive Components	2D1, 2D2, 2D3, 2D4, 2D7
AC Theory	Revision and 2E3, 2E4, 2E5, 2E6
Digital Signals	2F1, 2F2
Transformers	2G1
Tuned Circuits and Resonance	2H1, 2H2, 2H4, 2H5
Semiconductor Devices	2I1, 2I3, 2I4, 2I5
Cells and Power Supplies	2J2, 2J3, 2J4
Learn about Decibels	Additional learning

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